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Chocolate Sauerkraut Cake

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This unique German-style dessert combines the tang of sauerkraut with rich cocoa and chocolate for a moist, flavorful cake. The batter is baked in a sheet pan and topped with a smooth, creamy chocolate cream cheese frosting. It is a comforting and satisfying treat that offers a surprising twist on traditional chocolate cake.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 12
Calories: 334
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This unique German-style dessert combines the tang of sauerkraut with rich cocoa and chocolate for a moist, flavorful cake. The batter is baked in a sheet pan and topped with a smooth, creamy chocolate cream cheese frosting. It is a comforting and satisfying treat that offers a surprising twist on traditional chocolate cake.
Ingredients
  • Flour; unbleached, sifted
  • Cocoa; baking
  • Baking powder
  • Baking soda
  • Salt
  • Butter or regular margarine
  • Sugar
  • Eggs; large
  • Vanilla
  • Water
  • Sauerkraut
  • Semisweet chocolate
  • Cream cheese; softened
  • Milk
  • Confectioners' sugar
  • Salt
  • Vanilla extract
Directions
  1. 1
    Sauerkraut should be rinsed and drained thoroughly and then chopped coarsely.
  2. 2
    Sift together the flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt; set aside.
  3. 3
    Cream together the butter and sugar in a bowl until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer set at medium speed.
  4. 4
    Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. 5
    Beat in vanilla.
  6. 6
    Add dry ingredients alternately with water to creamed mixture, beating well after each addition.
  7. 7
    Stir in sauerkraut.
  8. 8
    Spread batter in greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan.
  9. 9
    Bake in a preheated 350 degree F. oven for 35 minutes or until cake tests done.
  10. 10
    Cool in pan on rack.
  11. 11
    Frost with Creamy Chocolate Frosting.
  12. 12
    Cut into squares.
  13. 13
    CREAMY CHOCOLATE FROSTING: Melt chocolate in a custard cup in hot water.
  14. 14
    Cool slightly.
  15. 15
    Combine chocolate, cream cheese, milk, confectioners' sugar, salt, and vanilla in a bowl.
  16. 16
    Beat with an electric mixer at high speed until smooth and creamy.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 334kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.7g11%
Saturated Fat 4.0g20%
Cholesterol 16.3mg6%
Sodium 410.0mg18%
Total Carbohydrate 64.0g22%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g4%
Sugars 38.0g
Protein 4.5g9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: baking, butter, cake, chocolate, cocoa, confectioners, cream cheese, creamy, dessert, eggs, flour, frosting, german, milk, sauerkraut, sugar, vanilla, water
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